Glossary. M

The Maritime Glossary. Letter M +++ Popular Articles: 'Marine', 'Movement', 'Maintenance'

Deutsch: Wartung / Español: Mantenimiento / Português: Manutenção / Français: Maintenance / Italiano: Manutenzione /

Maintenance in the maritime context refers to the systematic process of ensuring that ships, vessels, and maritime infrastructure remain in optimal condition and operational readiness. It encompasses a wide range of activities aimed at preserving and extending the life of maritime assets, enhancing safety, and complying with regulatory requirements. Maintenance is an essential aspect of maritime operations, contributing to the industry's safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

Deutsch: Manöver / Español: Maniobra / Português: Manobra / Français: Manoeuvre / Italian: Manovra

Maneuver in the maritime context refers to the deliberate movement or handling of a vessel to achieve a specific objective, such as docking, turning, avoiding obstacles, or changing course. These actions require precise control and coordination, often involving adjustments to the ship's speed, direction, and use of navigational aids.

Deutsch: Manövrieren / Español: maniobra / Português: manobra / Français: manÅ"uvre / Italiano: manovra

In the maritime context, maneuvering refers to the controlled movement or adjustment of a vessel's course, speed, or position, typically to navigate through different conditions, avoid obstacles, dock, or carry out other necessary operations. It involves the use of various navigational techniques and tools to safely guide the ship while considering factors such as wind, currents, and the ship's size and weight.

Deutsch: Handbuch / Español: manual / Português: manual / Français: manuel / Italiano: manuale

In the maritime context, a manual refers to a document or set of instructions that provides detailed information and guidelines for operating ships, navigating, maintaining equipment, or following safety procedures. Manuals are essential tools for the crew, as they offer standardized instructions to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations onboard vessels and in maritime environments.

Deutsch: Herstellung / Español: Manufactura / Português: Fabricação / Français: Fabrication / Italiano: Fabbricazione

Manufacturing in the maritime context refers to the production and assembly of ships, marine equipment, and components used in maritime operations. It encompasses the construction of vessels, the production of specialized marine parts, and the fabrication of equipment essential for the operation of ports, offshore platforms, and marine systems. Maritime manufacturing plays a key role in supporting global shipping, offshore energy, fishing, and naval defense industries.

Deutsch: Jachthafen / Español: marina / Português: marina / Français: marina / Italiano: marina

Marina in the maritime context refers to a specially designed harbour or dock that provides safe mooring and services for pleasure boats, yachts, and small watercraft. Marinas offer a range of amenities, including berths (slips), fueling stations, repair facilities, and various onshore services like restaurants, shops, and accommodations. They are popular destinations for recreational boaters and serve as hubs for water-based activities and tourism.

Deutsch: Marine / Español: Marina / Português: Marinha / Français: Marine / Italiano: Marina /

As an English term, Marine covers as an adjective several aspects relating to the sea or ocean, mostly saltwater. However in the engineering context it refers to any body of water.

Deutsch: Schiffsversicherung / Español: Seguro marítimo / Português: Seguro marítimo / Français: Assurance maritime / Italian: Assicurazione marittima

Marine Insurance is a type of insurance specifically designed to cover the loss or damage of ships, cargo, terminals, and any transport or cargo by which property is transferred, acquired, or held between the points of origin and the final destination. In the maritime context, it is crucial for mitigating financial risks associated with marine operations.

Deutsch: Seemann / Español: Marino / Português: Marinheiro / Français: Marin / Italiano: Marinaio

Mariner in the maritime context refers to an individual who operates or assists in the operation of ships and is skilled in all aspects of the craft of navigation and maritime work. Mariners play a critical role in the operation of merchant ships, naval vessels, and other types of watercraft, ensuring their efficient and safe management.